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When the various so-called success stories on the internet get me down, I'm actually glad to see someone saying this!
Have you ever noticed how in the virtual world of blogging and social media, everyone seems to have a picture perfect life? Polyglots that can become fluent in a language in just three months! Others that are fluent (and literate) in Chinese after only a year of study!
"Wow, I must be dumb," I think to myself as I navigate away from these folks to whom I can't hold a candle, hanging my head in shame.
This feeling of not measuring up, of not learning fast enough, has the nasty side effect of souring my mood as I ride yet another wave of despondency.
I've been falling into that lethal language learning trap of comparison again lately.
When did language learning turn into some weird competitive race, with speed being that which sorts the losers from the winners?
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Researchers in the field of exploration geophysics have developed new methods for the acquisition, processing and interpretation of gravity and magnetic data, based on detailed investigations of bore wells around the globe. Fractal Models in Exploration Geophysics describes fractal-based models for characterizing these complex subsurface geological structures.
The authors introduce the inverse problem using a fractal approach which they then develop with the implementation of a global optimization algorithm for seismic data: very fast simulated annealing (VFSA). This approach provides high-resolution inverse modeling results-particularly useful for reservoir characterization.
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All Waltja Directors must be Aboriginal women, and appointed from remote communities where Waltja works. They must be a permanent resident (living in the community for at least 5 years), have made a big contribution to the community and be recognised for their leadership, either paid or voluntary in the community.
At the Annual General Meeting, Waltja members elect Directors. Directors then vote on the office bearer positions. The office bearers are Chairperson, Public officer and three Executive members. These, with the CEO, make up Waltja's Executive management team.
Executive Directors
April Martin, Chairperson
I was born at Aninngie Station, near Willowra. I now live at Willowra community. My mother in from Aninngie and speaks Anmatjere. My father is from Willowra and speaks Warlpiri. I started boarding school at Yirara in the mid 1970s. I went back to Willowra and worked as a teacher, then I married and we moved to Ti Tree where I was a Health Worker for many years. From 1995 to 1998 I was the Willowra Community President.
I have been with Waltja right from the beginning. I joined Waltja because I wanted to help all the women in and around our community. I am the Chairperson and work alongside the other four Executive members. We meet six times a year. We discuss community issues and how to get support from Waltja and other services, and government too. We support Sharijn and the staff at Waltja to do good work. Waltja provides services to communities that need help.
Irene Nangala, Executive Director
I was born at Haasts Bluff, Ikuntji, and grew up at Papunya. In 1980 I heard that people were moving to Kintore. My grandfather and grandmother walked in from that country to Haasts Bluff a long time ago so we wanted to go back there. We built a new school, and I taught there. I was the first women Chairperson on the Walungurru Community Council at Kintore and was an ATSIC Regional Councilor for a long time.
I was at the start up of Waltja. I got strong from listening to other people and it made me really proud, from listening and from talking up for other people, not only for my family or Kintore but for Aboriginal people everywhere. I have been a Director at Waltja for more than 10 years. I was sick and now I am a renal patient. I am lucky though that my community, Kintore, has a renal unit so I can be home most of the time. When we are on country we feel stronger. We want to have lots of women come and listen and understand what Waltja is doing and what programs we run. You can talk to us the members and the workers and we will tell you all about it. We want our culture to stay strong. This is important for our futures.
Sandra Windy, Public Officer
This is my first year an as Executive Director but I have been a member of Waltja for a long time. I come from Areyonga. We like going to meetings for Waltja. People come from all the different communities; all age groups, to work together. We learn a lot when we are together and the old ladies teach us when we go bush. I feel proud to support all the ladies and to help Sharijn and the staff. All the ladies at Areyonga like to take part in Waltja events and activities too.
Wendy Brown, Executive Director
I have lived all my life in Yuendumu. I have got grown up children and their families are living here too. Yuendumu is a good place for me to live. At first we ran a playgroup at the Women's Centre. Finally we got the Yuendumu Childcare Centre. We call it Kurrdu Kurrdu Kurlangu – this means the young kids and older kids all together. I am proud of all the childcare work and training I have done with Waltja.
I talk up especially for the old people in my community of Yuendumu. I am Chairperson of the Yuendumu Old Peoples Program, Manpu Maninja Kurlangu Jarlu Patu Kurlangu.
I have been a Waltja member for a long time. I have been a Director for Waltja and on Executive. I meet up with women from all over Central Australia for Waltja. I enjoy meeting Waltja staff when we come in for meetings. I like how we support each other doing good work. It's good having meetings with other Executive members, being together and sharing different ideas. At Waltja meetings we have a lot of different languages from right across the Central Deserts.
Rachel Tillmouth, Executive Director
I grew up at Alcoota Station. All my family lived there. It was a happy life, everyone together. I went to school at Alcoota. It was hard because it was always in English and my language is Arrernte. I went to school till grade 8. Around this time Engawala Community got our own Council. Now we have a shop, council, clinic and school.
I have always been a Waltja member, and have been a Director too. When we are on our own community we are just thinking about our own place. When we get together with the other women we share our stories and ideas. We like to help the old people and the young ones too. We like to make things too. I have been with Waltja since it started and used to come mostly with Nancy and Mary Tilmouth. I have learned many new things. I work at the women's centre at Engawala and I really like to help my people.


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I just found it at Summarecon Mal Serpong, idk why my eyes straight immediately to the food train is quite funny and unique among others. So, I came closer!
And tadaaa! Because I'm such a potato lover, always love any foods containing potatoes. They've 3 variant fries : Belgian Fries (IDR 33.000), Bon Bon (IDR 28.000) and Nachos (IDR 30.000).
- Belgian Fries, when you bought this variant, you'll get one free sauce. You can only choose 1 sauce from 6 their top signature sauce : cheddar cheese, classic demi glaze, fry sauce, rachaa, barbecue and original mayo.
- Bon Bon, just a portion of potato sticks (french fries) with slices of crunchy sausages and served with sweet and spicy sauce.
- Nachos, was a snack based of corn tortilla, it really like corn chips. As I know, nachos was an mexican snacks.
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Finally, I choose Belgian Fries with cheddar cheese!
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Flu jab tomorrow
I've got a flu jab booked at the doctors for tomorrow, but with all the conflicting advice going around, yes have it, no I wouldn't, I don't know whether to go through with it. I have never had flu in my life, not that I can remember anyway, hardly ever catch a cold. Keep myself to myself pretty much in the winter to avoid all the germs going round, keen to keep fit by walking outside alone a lot. Do I really need it?
Apparently it only makes you immune to certain strains, you could still get flu. I live alone so it could be difficult if I was laid up in bed for a week, but then would anyone come and help me anyway. Someone told me that being run down, not eating well, and being tired means your defenses are not up to scratch. I am never run down, eat well, and if I am tired I sit and do nothing or go to bed. I am generally healthy.
What are others doing about it, any side effects. My friend was poorly after he had it the last two years and he won't have it again. Oh, what to do, mega confused.
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I have had it and not had any side effects, Ilona.
I also had a shingles jab a month ago. Apparently it is given to 70 year olds, as if you get it when you are older it is difficult to get rid of and can come back.
So although I am not into tablets etc. I feel I am low, so decided to have it.
If you can't be a good example........
you will just have to be a horrible warning
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I had the shingles jab but have never had the flu jab.
I know the advice is - have it. personal choice I suppose.
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Ilona - I have the flu jab each year, and so does OH. He suffers from COPD, and I have diabetes, so we are both at risk. Like Wendy, I also had the shingles jab. Not had 2014 flu jab yet, but am booked in for a fortnight's time.
I have heard many "fors" and "againsts", and understand about the different strains of flu, but prefer to think that at least I have done what I could to escape it.
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I havent had a flu jab for years as 2 years running I got ill after it
Helen xx
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Thank you for your comments. I decided to have it, only just made it to the appointment in time, despite the doctors surgery being 3 minutes walk away, or 2 minutes run. I was in and out in 2 minutes. Lots of people waiting their turn and I was seen almost immediately.
Slightly sore arm, lets hope that's all.
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for you.
I have an online friend who gets full-blown flu symptoms each time she has the jab and she has to have it every year because she's US army.
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One of the nurses in our team has been trained up to give the flu jabs. Despite the fact that she's been a nurse 25 years and has given zillions of injections! The training also involves a refresher course in CPR (which we have to do at regular intervals anyway, so this is an extra one). There is nobody in the world I would be happier to have an injection from.
However, I'm not having it and amongst my colleagues we are divided about 50:50. You will NOT get flu from having it. If somebody becomes ill it is because either they were already incubating something and it's a coincidence, or it is a different bug that they've got. Our team manager is having one to set a good example. But we are a bolshy lot so perhaps she is wasting her time!
My reasons are not logical or clinical. I think having it would be like admitting that I'm no longer young - although all front-line staff are advised to have it, if only to protect our patients. I think having it would be saying that my immune system can't look after itself. Both reasons of vanity and pride. My clinical argument would be that if I practice good hygiene, especially with regard to hand-washing (which we all do several times a day, whether or not we've had physical contact with a patient), then I should be able to avoid catching flu. I would probably consider it if I had any reason to suppose that a dose of flu would make me very ill - if I had a pre-existing illness, if my immune system was compromised, or if I was on long-term steroids - anything along those lines.
I wouldn't dream of advising anybody else, it is one of those personal decisions which can only be right or wrong for the individual doing the deciding.
Life's too short to quarrel
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I am glad you put this thread up MQ as we have just today been asked to make an appointment for our flue jabs.
I know it doesnt protect you from all strains, but they do change the vaccine every year to try to match the current strains. Also I am aware that you cannot catch flu from the vaccination as its a dead virus.......asked the nurse last year.
I have had flu twice in my life and twice it put me on my back and I was a lot younger than I am now, so think we will make the appointment and have it done again.
Twice previously when we both had it done, neither of us had any effects as the same with the pneumonia one off jab.
How are you now MC, any problems?
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My son-in-law gave me my flu jab a fortnight ago (forgot to sort out with my Surgery), bit late this year.
I had the Pneumonia jab two years ago, neither have set off any side effects.
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I had my flu jab few weeks ago, and had pneumonia jab few years ago. No problems with either. Have to have it as dodgy lungs. Never had it when working in care home, amazed at how many care staff would work with horrendous colds sneezing and coughing over residents and then wonder why residents got poorly with same but that's another story.
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Absolutely fine Gwenoakes. No adverse effects whatsoever. Don't know what I was worried about.
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Detroit's Newest RestaurantsJanuary 8, 2016
Bobcat Bonnie's (Opened August 2015, Corktown):
Corktown's neighborhood gastropub serving fresh, local food such as seasonal sandwiches, small plates and burgers ground in-house plus craft beer and cocktails. The vegan-friendly bar and grill prides itself on affordability.
Central Kitchen + Bar (Opened August 2015, Downtown):
This upscale gastro pub sits in Detroit's First National Building and serves high end bar food – and liquid nitrogen ice cream – for lunch and dinner in a reclaimed urban space.
Parks & Rec Diner (Opened August 2015, Downtown):
Located in the historic GAR building, this breakfast joint has a classic, old-school diner feel and breakfast staples such as strata, egg-packed menu options and bloody marys.
Detroit Water Ice Factory (Opened August 2015, Downtown):
This dessert shop, founded by Detroit Free Press columnist Mitch Albom, serves up tons of water ice flavors including Motown-inspired favorites. Proceeds are donated to his charity, S.A.Y. Detroit.
Le Petit Dejeuner (Opened July 2015, Midtown):
Explore this menu of French-style breakfast favorites family-style – meaning, you can select multiple items to share for a flat price. Try the crepes and creamy corn pancakes.
Townhouse (Opened July 2015, Downtown):
Located in the One Detroit Center, this bistro offers luxurious seating in a greenhouse-like atrium and inventive contemporary American cuisine along with an extensive menu of craft cocktails, wines, beers and other spirits plus al fresco dining.
The Whisky Parlor (Opened July 2015, Downtown):
This bar's menu features more than 80 whiskeys and their accompanying cocktails and flights plus a menu of small plates and wine flights. The uniquely-decorated bar sits above Grand Trunk Pub and hosts live jazz and DJ events.
Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails (Opened May 2015, Midtown):
This sunny, botanical bistro provides a rustic atmosphere, a small plates menu made from fresh ingredients and classic spirits. Enjoy the floral mural, "living wall" and dried flower installation.
The Corner Tap Room (Opened May 2015, Foxtown):
Located in the former Leo's Coney Island inside Comerica Park, this restaurant honors Tiger Stadium through memorabilia, replicas and displays. The menus includes "urban bistro" dishes unique to the park and Michigan craft beer. Open for lunch and dinner on game days.
Fatburger (Opened April 2015, Midtown):
This long-running LA-based chain is your classic fast-food joint, serving burgers of all sizes.
Jolly Pumpkin (Opened April 2015, Midtown):
Artisanal draft brews and gourmet casual fare, including brick oven pizza and truffle fries. Distilled spirits and wine also available in the rustic-chic brewery.
Bumbo's (Opened March 2015, Hamtramck):
Winner of the 2014 Hatch Spot Grant, this bar and restaurant features a fresh take on Polish fare with plenty of vegetarian options. Great place to grab a beer during Happy Hour and watch the game, too.
Chateau Detroit (Opened February 2015, Downtown):
This nightclub overlooks Grand Circus Park and offers an extensive VIP bottle service list, an array of appetizers and classic cocktails. The club hosts a variety of themed parties and music ranging from Motown to electro swing.
Café 78 (Opened February 2015, Midtown):
Located in the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD), this café and bar serves everything from Zingerman's pastries and Anthology coffee for breakfast to soups, salads, sandwiches and Sugar House cocktails in the evening.
Krema (Opened February 2015, Greektown):
Handmade pies, custard-filled goodies, gelato, cronuts and coffee make up this traditional Greek-inspired bakery's menu.
Brew Detroit (Opened February 2015, Corktown):
This tap room offers seasonal local beer from 10 rotating taps in the raw, industrial setting of their beloved Detroit brewery and welcomes you to bring your own food or order from a delivery menu.
Batch Brewing Co. (Opened February 2015, Corktown):
Detroit's first nanobrewery produces small-batch handcrafted beer and brew-inspired food in an intimate environment (no TVs, just conversation) with a focus on natural products and a sense of community.
Falafill (Opened January 2015, Midtown):
Award-winning Middle Eastern food on a quick-service platform. A Chicago original, Falafill is a from-scratch kitchen serving bowls, wraps, and pitas.
POP (Opened January 2015, Downtown):
Located in an old private events space above Checker Bar, this pop-up features a weekly rotation of chefs and menus.
Kuzzo's Chicken & Waffles (Opened January 2015, Northwest):
Get your classic chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy, lemonade and Kool-Aid here. Former NFL cornerback Ron Bartell opened this southern comfort food joint to help revamp the Livernois Avenue of Fashion.
Cornerstone Barrel House (Opened January 2015, Downtown):
This fresh food restaurant and whiskey bar has a vast selection of spirits and rustic feel. The Whiskey Disco, an underground cocktail lounge, features local musicians Thursdays through Saturdays as well.
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Well this week we took almost all of the stuff from the other house and moved it here, so we're finally rid of that other house, thank goodness. Also thank goodness, that means we now have 7 mattresses and 5 tables, which gave rise to mega-desk and mega-bed. I just don't know how I'll adjust to normal missionary conditions after living in such luxury. Mostly it was a pretty normal week, though. Things went a little better as far as teaching and finding, and we have some pretty good new prospects, but unfortunately, nobody came to church... dang it. Fortunately, Luis and Norma have arranged everything for their marriage so they'll be married tomorrow morning at 9 (it's cheaper on weekday mornings), and baptized on Sunday! WOOHOO!!! Luis has really just made quite a turnaround, and is officially awesome. I can tell that this family is just going to be a family of great converts. It's also cool to baptize a family as opposed to just individuals. We are really fulfilling the Lord's purposes in this and helping them take real steps to being an eternal family. Pretty cool, right?
So we had a funny experience where a drunk guy invited us to come in after his mom said she didn't want anything. We went in not realizing he was drunk, just thinking he was a little strange, but then smelling him we realized he was wasted. Anyway, he asked us our names, so we said Elder Facer and Elder Peña. Elder isn't super common in Mexico, so he kept calling us Edgar, even after being corrected several times. Eventually, he started referring to us as "Edgarcillos". Super funny, and we're maybe keeping that nickname for the time being.
Sounds like everyone's staying busy at home. I hadn't heard anything about Scott quitting, but I appreciate the update. It'll just be much better for him to be close to home more often. Lys, don't become addicted to seeds. They'll just pull you right in, just ask Dad. That's good that they get rid of your nauseau, though. How big is your bolillo this week? (bolillo as in bun in the oven) I haven't heard from you yet, but I imagine you're just going to write a little later, then I'll hear about it next week. It's all good, though. Brig, you read my mind on the Iphone idea. I'm hoping that my phone will be ready for a verizon upgrade and so I can get one cheaper upon returning. What kind did you get? And what did Mom mean by ("S" with Suri keeping you company now)? Is Suri another Mexican girlfriend or is that some kind of inside joke? I did get Alyssa L.'s package this week, but it had been ripped open during shipping so I got this nice little note from USPS saying that these things just happen sometimes so basically get over it, and just be glad the package showed up, and I was. With that, I also got 3 more letters from my other Alyssa, so we're current up to June 15. This week will be zone conferences, so hopefully Alicia's package will have arrived by then. Mom, I thought you might have remembered the CDs you had sent, but it's ok. It'll maybe be my parting gift to Elder Peña, but don't tell. The cookies were a little dry, but still excellent. There just isn't anything quite like homemade cookies here in Mexico, just processed "fortificado" cookies (whatever that means...). I'm learning a lot from Elder Peña. He's just a super missionary, and I'm glad I got to be with him, even if for just a transfer.
While ending the mission is on my mind (not too much, don't worry) I just remembered that Pres. Call said in his letter this week that everyone that goes home after this transfer and the next (meaning I'm included) goes home 3 weeks earlier than the original release date. That means I'll get home I think on June 5. It's pretty interesting, and we didn't get an explanation, but even so, amen. I'll have a little more summer to work and earn some money, I guess (and get my Iphone. Awesome).
Things are really going well here. Not everything is sunshine and roses, but things are great. I'm learning so much about this work, about life, and about the gospel. Everyday I feel like I make at least a little progress, and I'm excited to continue to improve. I know that this is the Lord's work. Were it not, we wouldn't see any of the miracles and changes that we see in the people here. I know that Heavenly Father watches over us and protects us in all that we do. I know that He hears and answers our prayers. I know that Jesus Christ is our Savior. Understanding more the Atonement has helped me so much to be a more powerful and effective servant of the Lord. I know that it is a real event that has real power even in our lives today. As we apply it daily, we become more like Christ. We develop and incorporate into our selves His attributes and His power. We prepare ourselves to become like Him and our Father. I know that the priesthood is a real power that allows us to apply the blessings of the Atonement in our lives, and that doing so will bring down the blessings of heaven. I know that the Book of Mormon is true, and that it has the fulness of the everlasting gospel. Studying it daily has changed my life, and I know that it is absolutely true. I know that Jesus Christ is our Savior and Redeemer, and has made possible our happiness in this life and in the eternities. Families can be eternal through the sealing ordinance available in the holy temples. This is God's work and glory, and he will do everything to make it possible for us if we put forth our very best.
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Henry Frederick Beaumont and the gift of Beaumont Park
Henry Frederick Beaumont was born in Scarborough on 10th March 1833. He was educated at Eton and Trinity College, Cambridge, graduating in 1852. Between 1855 and 1856 he studied practical farming in the Lothians. He married Maria Joanna Garforth on 1st September 1857 and together they raised eight daughters and two sons.
Henry served as a Liberal MP for the southern division of the West Riding (1865-1874) and for Colne Valley (1885-1892). He was an Honorary Colonel of the 2nd Volunteer Battalion, West Riding Division, and Deputy Lieutenant of the West Riding County of York. He was known for his love of all field sports, and ranked high among the game shots of his day.
On inheriting the Whitley Beaumont Estates, he lived at Whitley Beaumont, a 16th century house, since demolished, situated two miles east of Kirkheaton. Henry left Huddersfield for Ascot in the latter part of the 19th century. He died in 1913.
In May 1879, noting that Huddersfield (population 35,000) did not have a public park, Henry offered 30 acres of his land in Crosland Moor, known as the Rifle Ground, to the Council, for the creation of a public park and recreation ground. The Council accepted the offer on condition that the site was found to be satisfactory, but the committee of Aldermen appointed to investigate judged that the site was insufficiently accessible. (Part of this first site is now occupied by Crosland Moor Airfield.) The difficulties were discussed with the prospective benefactor, who agreed to the Council's request for land at Dungeon Wood - although, this land being more valuable, he was only able to offer 20 acres plus four fields.
At the Council meeting of 8th August, Henry's offer was finally accepted. A Deed of Conveyance was signed in November 1879, and the newly formed Park Committee resolved to name the Park 'Beaumont Park', hoping that this name would be perpetual.
The ceremonial cutting of the first sod took place on 29th May 1880. It was a big occasion, and thousands turned out to line the route of the procession from the Town Hall to the Park and to hear the speeches. The procession included the Mayor and Mayoress of Huddersfield (Alderman and Mrs Walker), Henry Frederick and his wife, Yorkshire Yeoman Cavalry, Holmfirth and Mirfield Corps of Volunteers, Councillors, the Police, the Fire Brigade and the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes. Linthwaite Band played. At the edge of the Wood, a small field was set out with a grandstand and a tent. A crimson carpet led from the tent to a fenced enclosure, where the first piece of turf to be cut had been prepared and marked with four flags. The Mayor presented Mrs Beaumont with a silver spade on behalf of the Corporation, and with it she lifted the first sod. It was ceremonially placed on the Deed held by her husband, who handed it to the Mayor saying, "Mr Mayor, by this Deed I grant, and with this sod, in the name of the whole, I deliver possession to you, as representative of the town, of the lands described in the Deed for the purposes of a Public Park for the inhabitants of Huddersfield for ever."
During the course of a long address, punctuated by much cheering from the crowds, Henry also said, "I have long seen that your town has needed a park, and it gives me great pleasure to place at your disposal the very best site at my command. In my opinion public parks and open spaces are almost necessities to large and populous towns; they tend to increase the happiness of all – young and old, rich and poor. They help to develop the frame and constitution of the young and promote the general health of the people."
The Mayor replied, expressing deep gratitude for the gift of land. Later that evening, the cutting of the sod was celebrated with a banquet at the Council Offices.
In appreciation of the generosity of the patrons of the new Park, stone heads of Mr and Mrs Beaumont were carved and built into its impressive lower gateway. The heads have now been moved and can be seen overlooking the restored fountain and cascade.
For his gift of Beaumont Park, Henry Frederick Beaumont was awarded the Freedom of the Borough of Huddersfield in 1894. The names Henry Frederick and Henry Ralph, his son, are commemorated in the street names of the area.


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If the MSM and liberal celebrities would take a second to relax rather than hammer President Trump for every little thing, they might begin to realize he's been doing a number of good things for the country.
For example, today Trump is helping police officers.
45's administration has just lifted a ban on sending some military equipment to cops.
From Washington Examiner:
The Trump administration is set to restart a program that allows the flow of certain types of surplus military equipment and weapons to state and local law enforcement.
The so-called militarization of police, which is made possible by the Department of Defense's 1033 program, was scaled back by former President Barack Obama in 2015 after the Ferguson, Mo., riots in August 2014 became a major controversy.
The Obama order still allowed the transfer of equipment such as tactical vehicles, non-lethal weapon launchers and riot gear if the state and local police departments were able to prove a need. But armored vehicles, bayonets, grenade launchers and large-caliber weapons and ammunition were barred from transfer.
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The Washington Examiner has also learned that President Trump will sign an executive order rescinding the Obama policy later on Monday, and it will go into effect immediately. The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Of course the Obama administration scaled it back after Ferguson. Cops are the bad guys. They don't deserve as much protection as possible!
Friggin' Obama.
Good riddance.
Law enforcement needs our utmost support during these crazy times.
Have you seen the nonsense that occurred in Berkeley, CA this past weekend? I'm sure some military gear would've come in handy.


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The answer to identifying the appropriate PPC advertising budget depends on projections, assumptions and math. In this article, I'll dive into a few of the formulas we use to help companies determine how much to spend on online advertising.
Lead Generation Formula
The core purpose of running paid ads is to achieve a business objective. We use a lead generation equation to help us reach that objective. The equations are simple:
(Revenue / Sales Period) / Average Sale = Number of Customers
Number of Customers / Conversion Rate = Number of Leads
Number of Leads / Conversion Rate on Traffic = Amount of Traffic
Let's fill in these equations with some real numbers. Let's say there is a revenue goal of $1 million. There are 12 sales periods per year (recurring monthly revenue) and the average sale per customer is $1,000.
($1 million / 12) / $1,000 = 83.33 customers
To get to $1 million in revenue, you'll need about 84 customers. Now, let's assume your sales team closes one out of every five leads, or 20%.
83.33 customers / 20% = 416.66 leads
Assuming a 20% close rate, you'll need about 417 leads per year. Let's assume 5% of your paid advertising traffic actually fills out a contact form to qualify as a lead.
416.66 leads / 5% conversion rate = 8,333.33 visits
With a 5% contact form conversion rate, you'll need about 8,334 website visits to generate 417 leads, which will translate into 84 customers, which will equate to $1 million in revenue.
Of course, that's if the numbers work out, which leads us to the next step in determining an advertising budget.
Existing Marketing Strategy
Paid advertising is only necessary if other marketing tactics fall short of achieving your revenue objective. Essentially, paid ads can help make up for the shortcomings of search engine optimization, email marketing, social media marketing and other forms of marketing meant to drive leads for your business.
Which marketing assets are currently driving results?
Taking into account how SEO, email, social and other marketing tactics are performing provides a more holistic marketing strategy. For example, if the strategies for SEO, email and social get you to 75% of your revenue objectives, then you'll know paid advertising needs to account for the remaining 25%. Instead of driving $1 million in revenue, paid advertising can focus on driving $250,000 of revenue.
Competitor Analysis
What are your competitors spending on paid ads? What are their targeted keywords?
You can spy on your competitor's paid advertising activity by using a service like SpyFu or SEMRush. Simply plug in your competitor's website URL and these services will estimate their Google AdWords activity – including their estimated monthly spend, targeted keywords and ads.
The key here is to analyze at least five competitors to get a good baseline for the average spend in your industry. Make a list of three known competitors. Then, include two competitors who are bidding on your target keyword.
Let's say competitor one is spending $3,000 per month, competitor two is spending $4,500, competitor three spends $0, competitor four spends $10,000, and competitor five spends $2,000.
Typically we'll throw out the high and low to average out the remaining three competitors and get a ballpark estimate of what a company should roughly spend on Google AdWords to be competitive in their respective industry. In the example above, averaging out competitor spend estimates a monthly budget of $3,166 would be enough to be competitive.
But would it really, given your business objectives of $1 million in revenue? Let's do some keyword research to see if search volumes will achieve your revenue results.
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When does an insurer's duty to defend arise? More specifically, does it arise before the insurer is given notice of the claim? That is the fundamental question addressed by this case.
The factual background is as follows. Certain members of the Clarke Group of companies, manufacturers of goods in Canada and the United States, were sued in Washington State by the Global Group. In August, 2013, the Clarke Group tendered its defence to its American insurer, which defended under a reservation of rights. Several months later, the Global Group added claims against Canadian members of the Clarke Group, however, the latter did not initially realize that this would trigger coverage with Lloyd's Underwriters, insurers of the Canadian members. As a result, it was not until April, 2014, that Lloyd's was asked to defend. Lloyd's assumed the defence, retaining counsel already acting for the Clarke Group. While it had no objection to any steps already taken in defence of the action, Lloyd's refused to reimburse the Clarke Group for defence costs of $588,000 incurred prior to April, 2014. Lloyd's sought declaratory relief on this point.
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Emblematic is one of the world's foremost producers of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality. Our team of award-winning filmmakers, journalists, designers, and veteran game developers lead the industry in creating fully immersive environments that place the user inside the scene, allowing them to move through, interact, and play with the story.
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Founded in 2007 by Nonny de la Peña, known as the "Godmother of virtual reality" Emblematic pioneered walk-around virtual reality with the first ever VR documentary, Hunger in Los Angeles, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2012.
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This exciting mix of architecturally designed apartments and terrace homes makes living in one of Auckland's most sought after roads accessible to all.
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The development at Three Kings, is situated at 989 Mt Eden Road, between the suburbs of Mt Roskill and Royal Oak. It borders the old quarry with elevated views over to Te Tātua a Riukiuta (Big King) Reserve - one of Auckland's largest volcanoes and where Three Kings derives its name.
Our completed 2 bedroom Onyx apartments are almost sold out. Stage Two - 1 & 2 bedroom Obsidian apartments are available now, selling off-plan.
Today's homes need to be designed around modern, hectic lifestyles. Versatility of space and a variety of home styles are key to creating a desirable neighbourhood. We believe we have achieved the right balance of homes and the right blend of private and shared spaces at Three Kings.
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Rebecca was breastfeeding her baby when she noticed a pea-size lump on her left nipple. "I thought it might be a blocked milk duct, but I tried to massage it and it felt hard, so I went to the doctor's," she said.
Rebecca went to the hospital to get tested. Two days later, she was told she had stage 3 breast cancer. "We had an eight month old daugher who needed her mum. I wasn't thinking 'I'm going to die', it was all about her."
Rebecca is now encouraging other women to learn to know their bodies, so they, too, can spot anything unusual. She feels lucky she was breastfeeding her baby. "If I hadn't breastfed her, I probably wouldn't have found that lump."
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- SWELLING: According to Prevention, "Sometimes a lump can be lurking under the surface, even if a woman can't feel it. This might change the shape or size of a breast, and could even result in some pain, which 6% of women in the recent research reported."
- NIPPLE DISCHARGE: Watch out for any discharge that's not breast milk, especially if it's bloody and affecting only one breast.
- SKIN CHANGES: Breast cancer can cause skin changes including scaly, thicker skin or dimples.
- UNDERARM LUMPS: "The first place that breast cancer usually spreads to is the lymph glands (nodes) in the armpit (axilla). If this occurs, you may develop a swelling or lump in an armpit. If the cancer spreads to other parts of the body then various other symptoms can develop." (source)
If you feel any of these symptoms, check with your doctor right away.
Breast Cancer Risk Factors
Some risk factors like genes and aging are hard to avoid. But do not mean you're sure to get the disease.
Here are 5 breast cancer risk factors you cannot change:
- BEING A WOMAN: Simply being a woman makes you 100 times more liable to breast cancer than a man.
- YOUR AGE: As you get older, your breast cancer risk goes up. In fact, most invasive breast cancers are found in women over 55.
- RACE AND ETHNICITY: Overall, white women are slightly more at risk than African-American, Asian, Hispanic, and Native women.
- FAMILY HISTORY: Up to 10% of breast cancer cases result directly from gene defects passed on from parents. "Having a first-degree relative (mother, sister, or daughter) with breast cancer almost doubles a woman's risk. Having 2 first-degree relatives increases her risk about 3-fold." (source)
- LONGER EXPOSURE TO HORMONES: Early menstruation (before age 12) and late menopause (after age 55) increase the risk due to a longer exposure to hormones.
While these risk factors cannot be changed, there are other things you can avoid to reduce your risk of breast cancer.
- BEING OVERWEIGHT: Women who are overweight tend to have higher blood insulin levels which can increase the risk for breast cancer.
- LACK OF EXERCISE: Research shows a link between exercising 4 to 7 hours a week and lower risks of breast cancer.
- ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION: Compared with non-drinkers, the risk of breast cancer in those who drink is 50% higher.
- ORAL CONTRACEPTION: Studies revealed that women taking birth control pills are at higher risk. Luckily, once the pills are stopped, the risk returns to normal over time.
Breast Cancer Natural Prevention
According to researcher Cheryl Thompson, "we know that regular sleep is an important part of our circadian rhythm, and we know that much of our health, particularly with regard to DNA repair when we talk about cancer, is regulated by our circadian rhythm." Sleeping between 10 pm and 6 am also helps balance hormones and reduce breast cancer risk.
If you struggle to sleep at night, try rubbing magnesium oil on your feet can get your ZZZs back on track. One user says: "I have restless leg syndrome and I know people say it is all in my head but I know it's real. I sprayed this on my legs and prayed I could sleep. What do you know it WORKS! I am so happy I tried this and am so happy I can sleep at night. Before I bought this I did not know a magnesium deficiency caused RLS."
Excess fat tissue increases estrogen levels, which have been linked to breast cancer. According to Dr. Mercola, "it's important to lose excess weight because estrogen is produced in fat tissue. Fortunately, this will come naturally when you begin eating right and exercising. Intermittent fasting is also extremely effective for weight loss and weight management. As for exercise, I strongly recommend incorporating high-intensity burst-type activities, which are part of my Peak Fitness program."
Intermittent fasting allows your body to burn fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. Cancer cells thrive when you are burning carbs. Eat between hours of 11AM and 7PM only fasting period must be 16 hours per day.
You can also drink fat-burning teas such as green tea, white tea, oolong and rooibos tea to amp up your metabolism! One user has been drinking green tea and says: "I'm trying to lose my last 15 lbs. and according to all the research I've done,Oolong, White and Green Teas are the best for weight loss. I drink 3-5 cups of these wonderful teas everyday and the pounds come off."
Many breast cancer cases have been linked to vitamin D deficiency. "Vitamin D can stop breast cancer cells from spreading by replenishing E-cadherin, one of the glue-like components giving structure to those cells. If you don't have adequate vitamin D, that structure comes apart and those cells do what they are programmed to do in order to survive — they go forth and multiply." (source)
Dr. Mercola says: "The best way to optimize your vitamin D level is through sun exposure or a safe tanning bed as that virtually eliminates any risk of overdose. As a very general guide, you need to expose about 40 percent of your entire body to the sun for approximately 20 minutes between the hours of 10 am and 2 pm, when the sun is at its zenith."
Postmenopausal women need to watch out for extra iron intake. It can increase free radicals and raise your cancer risk. Try to reduce meat consumption and avoid foods 'fortified' with iron.
Some nutrients in celery and parsley can stop the growth of tumors. Also, broccoli is known as a natural cancer fighter. "Research has shown it blocks tumor growth preventing the further spread of cancer if it does occur. You can also get this anti-cancer benefit from other cruciferous veggies, including cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and kale — but you most likely need to eat one or more of these vegetables every day." (source)
Juicing is the most efficient way to boost your veggie intake. An Amazon customer has been drinking Veggie Greens Superfood Powder: "I add a scoop to my smoothie every morning of my life and I am relieved to know that I am getting in my greens. I'm not a huge vegetable eater so I try to never skip my daily serving. The scoop is pretty small, too. Mixed with my vegan Shakeology protein powder, a handful of spinach, small banana, about a half a cup of frozen blueberries in about 12 oz. of almond milk, I don't detect the greens or any weird texture. I will buy this on an ongoing basis! Very pleased with this product. Feel pretty good all day long except for the days that I miss it."
Cancer is often linked to a deficiency of omega-3. Good sources of omega-3 include: cod liver oil, flaxseed oil, tuna, halibut, spinach and supplements.
According to WebMD, "some experts think omega-3s may help protect against cancer. "Omega-3 fatty acids are thought to reduce inflammation in the body. And a variety of cancers have been linked to chronic inflammation," says Sarah Rafat, RD, a senior dietitian at MD Anderson Cancer Center."
Regulating insulin and leptin levels significantly reduces risk of cancer. Fructose is a significant factor in speeding up cancerous growths
Mothers who breastfeed their babies have a lower risk of developing breast cancer. Hormonal changes during lactation reduce exposure to estrogen.


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How can we help you- What to expect when ordering cakes online.
How do I choose a baker?
Firstly, you input the postcode of the person you would like to receive the cake,
This will return a search of bakers available to deliver in the area you have selected. You choose the baker, select the product, checkout and pay. This information is sent through to the baker to bake and deliver.
What will recipient see?
When the cake is delivered the recipient will get a card detailing all the ingredients, the front of that card has the message you have indicated at checkout, together with storage instructions. Also on the card is a link to our feedback page.
Will the cake look like what I can see on the site?
All bakers have had to upload cakes they have previously baked in the past, and therefore are their own creations. As the nature of the site is homemade, all items cannot be guaranteed to look exactly the same, but the bakers will endeavour to bake as displayed.
How can I ensure the items are hygienic and safe?
All bakers on the site have been registered with their local authority and have full public and products liability insurance. These are checked by Mums Bake Cakes prior to allowing anyone onto the site. All cakes must be delivered in hygienic boxes, and as the mileage the bakers cover have been requested by them, the distance will be minimal.
Are the ingredients listed?
Due to national legislation all products sold must have ingredients detailed and any allergies highlighted. MBC has set much of the 'normal' ingredients on the site, with allergies highlighted.
As the recipient will not see the lists on the site, MBC has supplied all bakers with calling cards which list ingredients on them.
How do I upload a logo or picture?
Some of the bakers have a facility to accept uploaded photos and logos which can be printed onto the cake. This facility is indicated on the bakers site and if shown is available. Please feel free to contact Mums Bake Cakes direct should you have a requirement that currently the site cannot fulfil as we have many bakers awaiting clearance and we may have one available for the date you need.
Why do some people have more choice than in my area?
All bakers decide on their preferred baking skills, and therefore all areas have different bakers offering different items. If there is something specific you are looking for please contact Mums Bake Cakes and we will endeavour to contact our professional bakers and discuss your requirements. Many bakers have additional skills and preferences of what they like to bake.
Are there any additional charges?
The site shows the actual price you will pay. There are no additional charges for delivery unless the baker has attempted a re-delivery and has been unable to fulfil the delivery
What if the person isn't in?
Where ever possible we would like customers to supply a contact telephone number, which will be supplied to the baker to confirm a delivery time. We understand in some instances this may be a surprise gift and Mums Bake Cakes has supplied each baker with a 'tried to deliver cards' where the recipient is given the option to call to re-arrange delivery or collection.
What if they are unable to deliver an order?
Wherever possible MBC expects orders to be completed within the timescales indicated by the customer, and wherever possible bakers are required to try all possible options to fulfil the order. Should an unexpected problem occur bakers are required to call MBC on 0330 055 7057 at the earliest convenience to allow MBC to contact the recipient and arrange alternatives. The cake can obviously be only held until it's consume by date and all costs relating to the cake would still be payable. Any additional assistance for delivering the cake would be welcomed by the bakers, and can be highlighted when checking out.
How soon can I order?
All orders will be placed with a minimum of 2 days ahead, to allow bakers the chance to bake, however, the sooner the order the more time the baker can prepare. Some items listed will show additional days to create and these bakers need this time to create these beautiful items. Should you require an earlier date, please contact Mums Bake Cakes and we will endeavour to contact the baker and discuss your preferred delivery date.
When can I speak to MBC?
MBC office hours are 9am to 5pm. And can be contacted in the first instance on firstname.lastname@example.com, which easily identifies you as a customer requesting assistance, or on 0330 055 7057. In an emergency after office hours please call the office and leave a message with a contact number on the answerphone and assistance will be given at the earliest opportunity.
What if something goes wrong?
Please contact via e-mail email@example.com or call 0330 055 7057 and explain the problem, in as much detail as possible and MBC will deal promptly and professionally with your query.
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Disclosure: I received a discounted ticket to the Food and Wine Conference in exchange for promoting the conference. As always, all opinions are my own.
Next month is the third annual Food and Wine Conference and I can't wait! I have attended this conference for the last two years and each year has filled with amazing chances to learn and grow as a blogger and a foodie. It is a chance to meet new friends and catch up with old ones. Here are my top 5 reasons to attend this year's Food and Wine Conference (and why I think you should join me).
Old Friends and New Acquaintances
I already mentioned this but spending a weekend with friends is always a good time. Attending a blogging conference is always a great opportunity to catch up with blog friends that you probably haven't seen since the last conference you attended. Blog conferences are also a great opportunity to meet new bloggers and make new friends. I am usually a very quiet, shy person when I am around new people but somehow attending blog conferences help me break out of my shell.
Learning Tips and Tricks from the BEST
For the last two years, the Food and Wine Conference has been able to bring together a fabulous assortment of the best people in the industry. I have been able to learn from some of the best bloggers on effective uses of Pinterest, Facebook, and other forms of social media. I have learned some awesome photography tips from some of the best in the industry, including professional photographers from one of the top newspapers in the country. Plus, I have learned some important writing techniques from some well known published food writers and cookbook authors. The wealth of knowledge that is presented during the sessions at the Food and Wine Conference is absolutely amazing.
Fun New Experiences
I can honestly say that I don't get to ride in a Rolls Royce or a Bentley on a daily basis. One of the sponsors for the Food and Wine Conference brings luxury cars for the attendees to ride around in during the weekend. I have had the chance to ride in a Rolls Royce each year on my way to the events on the second day. I also don't have the opportunity to eat dinner with world-renowned chefs every night but that is exactly what you have the chance to experience. Learning, growing, and sharing new experiences with friends is one of the best parts of any blog conference and the Food and Wine Conference does a fabulous job of making that happen.
Fabulous Location
Summertime is always a great time to go on a family vacation. Pete and I don't really get to take any time off during the summer because of baseball season. This conference always falls during the All-Star Break so it is a great time for us to get away for the weekend. The Rosen Shingle Creek is a wonderful resort that literally has something for everyone in the family. Pete enjoys a few rounds on the golf course while I am in my sessions. There are several pools on the property that are great for working on your summer tan.
Delicious Food and Great Wine
A conference can not be called about food and wine without having delicious food and an amazing selection of wine. While it is a blogging conference and one of the main focuses is on learning, there is a ton of delicious food and wine everywhere you turn. I have had the chance to try some amazing dishes that I wouldn't normally get a chance to try. There is always something delicious to eat right around the next corner.
If you would like to attend the Food and Wine Conference, you can use the discount code FWC15wrigr to receive $50 off of your registration.
To learn more about the conference, check out the following links:
- Website: http://foodandwineconference.com/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/foodandwineconf
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoodandWineConference
- Google+: https://plus.google.com/u/0/+Foodandwineconference/posts
- Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/FoodandWineConf/
Disclosure: I received a discounted ticket to the Food and Wine Conference in exchange for promoting the conference. As always, all opinions are my own.


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At this Sonder, you'll love the rustic chic decor, gorgeous expansive windows, and open-concept living space. This apartment is in SoMa, close to Civic Center Bart Station, and known for its vibrant museums, tech headquarters, and diverse food options. There's plenty to offer within walking distance. Try out Cellarmaker Brewing Co. or Zuni Café for some of San Francisco's best dining. For shopping, head to Westfield San Francisco Centre. To explore the rest of the city, head to the Civic Center Metro Station. SoMA, or South of Market, is a fast growing centrally located neighborhood filled with brand new high-rises with a vibrant nightlife. It is the home to many of the city's museums, the headquarters of several major software and Internet companies, and the Moscone Conference Center.
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Half a million flee Lili
BY DISASTER NEWS NETWORK | BALTIMORE | October 3, 2002
It's hard to recover when you don't know whether you'll just be having to redo your work.
Lesli Remaly
Hurricane Lili churned toward Louisiana with 100-mph winds Thursday, forcing more than a half million people to flee the biggest storm to threaten the area in years.
Lili weakened to a category one hurricane early Thursday morning. "But it's still a major storm and there will be damage," said National Hurricane Center forecaster Robbie Berg.
Landfall was likely to be in Louisiana between New Iberia and Morgan City by mid-morning Thursday, forecasters predicted.
While the major threat from last week's Tropical Storm Isidore was rain, Lili's dangers are high winds and a life-threatening storm surge of 25 feet in coastal areas. Isolated tornadoes will add to the danger.
Some 800 members of the National Guard were deployed in Louisiana to assist with evacuations.
"Lili continues on its relentless course," said Tom Hazelwood of the United Methodist Committee on Relief.
Disaster responders were already urging the concerned public to send cash donations -- not material goods -- to response organizations if they would like to help.
Disaster Child Care (DCC) teams -- administered by the Church of the Brethren under an agreement with the American Red Cross -- deployed trained volunteers to the Gulf Coast area to care for children whose families were affected by Tropical Storm Isidore.
Now in the face of Hurricane Lili, they will stay for two weeks before they're potentially replaced by additional teams. "It's uncertain whether we'll send more teams into Louisiana but that seems likely," said Roy Winter, DCC director.
At NASA's Mission Control in Cape Canaveral, Fla., the space administration shut down its computer network and evacuated control rooms Tuesday. The hurricane has put the flight of shuttle Atlantis on hold.
Earlier this week, Lili killed seven people in Jamaica and forced tens of thousands to evacuate Cuba.
Last week, Tropical Storm Isidore flooded hundreds of homes on the Gulf Coast and caused an estimated $100 million in damage.
Compared to Isidore, "Lili will have greater impact, but in a smaller area," said Max Mayfield, director of the National Hurricane Center.
Lili packed 110-mph winds Wednesday, and the Gulf Coast braced for its second storm in a week.
The new storm is hitting as recovery from Tropical Storm Isidore has barely begun.
"It's hard to recover when you don't know whether you'll just be having to redo your work," said Lesli Remaly, a Church World Service disaster response and recovery liaison. "But there are feeding units out feeding, and individuals are still cleaning and mucking out from the damage."
Lili's path put a crimp on recovery efforts in areas hit hard by Isidore.
"Everything's kind of on hold now because they're watching to see what's going to happen with Lili," Remaly said.
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Date: Friday 13th July 2018 Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Tickets: £12 advance / £14 on the day Qi gong Teacher and Sound Practitioner, Tallulah Rendall, will lead you through a soothing Qi gong warm up to release tension and relax the nervous system, after which you will then be invited to lay down and be immersed in the healing sounds… Read more →
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Take time out to breathe and be. A Breathing workshop with Liz Chandler
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I've made it a whole year without thinking about best practices for loading code. I'll blame that on the wonderful magic of Rails, for taking care of details like this for me behind the scenes.
I was working on a very small Ruby program and found myself wondering if this is a code smell:
# in spec/mars_rover_spec.rb require 'spec_helper' require_relative '../lib/mars_rover' require_relative '../lib/rover_coordinates' require_relative '../lib/rover_position_tracker' describe MarsRover do ... end
To make a long story short, the answer is YES. In this example, our spec files not only know about their dependencies, they even know where those dependencies physically reside on disk in relation to themselves.
Let's refactor.
I bet most if not all our spec files are going to be requiring 'spec_helper'. Let's delete that line and put that information into configuration:
# in .rspec --require spec_helper
All of our source code lives in
lib/. Let's abstract that knowledge into a small file that we can require on application startup:
# in environment.rb $LOAD_PATH.unshift(File.expand_path("../lib", __FILE__))
# in spec/spec_helper require_relative '../environment'
# in Rakefile require_relative './environment'
Cool. Now our spec looks like this:
# in spec/mars_rover_spec.rb require_relative 'mars_rover' require_relative 'rover_coordinates' require_relative 'rover_position_tracker' describe MarsRover do ... end
rover_coordinates, and
rover_position_tracker are now required logically, just like an external gem, instead of relatively or absolutely.
The last thing we need to consider is why our spec relies on
rover_coordinates and
rover_position_tracker. Why doesn't it just rely on
mars_rover, which after all is the only class it is testing?
Even the
MarsRover class itself doesn't need to require
rover_coordinates and
rover_position_tracker, since those dependencies are injected on initialization:
class MarsRover def initialize(rover_coordinates, rover_position_tracker) @rover_coordinates = rover_coordinates @rover_position_tracker = rover_position_tracker end end
The answer is that while those dependencies are injected into the
MarsRover class, in the spec, we need to instantiate them as setup, like this:
# in spec/mars_rover_spec.rb require_relative 'mars_rover' require_relative 'rover_coordinates' require_relative 'rover_position_tracker' it "Has coordinates and a tracker" do coordinates = RoverCoordinates.new() tracker = RoverPositionTracker.new() rover = MarsRover.new(coordinates, tracker) # ... test stuff about the rover end
I tend to call it a day once we've gotten this far. I've never done it myself, but I believe we could avoid requiring all this extra code by using rspec doubles:
# in spec/mars_rover_spec.rb require_relative 'mars_rover' it "Has coordinates and a tracker" do coordinates = instance_double("RoverCoordinates", to_s: "1, 4") tracker = instance_double("RoverTracker", rover_positions: [[1, 3], [4, 99]]) rover = MarsRover.new(coordinates, tracker) # ... test stuff about the rover end
Source: Ruby Tapas Episode # 242, by Avdi Grimm. If you don't know about Ruby Tapas yet, you should check it out! Any errors in this blog post are probably mine, not Avdi's.


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Dancing without music may appear as silly or odd. Dancing needs guided rhythm and music ignites an internal rhythm that may be expressed with movement. Design Sensibility unites mediums with sensations for best performance.
The ability to improve performance through responses to sensations, complex emotional or aesthetic influences through the use of context, occupation and sense factors is design sensibility. Performance barriers may exist and misguide behavior responses including attention or situational discernment. Design sensibility offers the ability to detect an issue, identify an issue, then solve the issue.
When athletes strengthen skill they first recognize their weakness. Scientists identify that when performance focused attention is externally rather than internally then performance is enhanced. If a sprinter's speed weakness then with design sensibility they may ignite a mindset to 'imagine the ground as a hotplate' in place of 'striking with your forefoot'. In parallel, an example to strengthen performance skill may be a mindset 'imagining words are ten dollars a piece' in place of 'remembering what my boss told me'.
Questions to Ask:
- What metaphors motivates empowerment?
- What images influence achievement?
- What objects ignite work values?
Identify weak or negative internal forces then focus on external surroundings. To learn Design Sensibility schedule our Equip Package for performance and design coaching.
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Emergencies in Paediatrics and Neonatology
February 2013; p ublished online April 2013 .
Book. Subjects: Paediatrics; Emergency Medicine; Communication Skills; Neonatology; Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery; Cardiovascular Medicine; Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonology; Gastroenterology; Nephrology; Urology; Surgery; Neurology; Otolaryngology (ENT); Ophthalmology; Gynaecology; Haematology; Clinical Oncology; Dermatology; Endocrinology and Diabetes; Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. 576 pages.
The second edition of this essential handbook provides a practical, accessible guide to all emergency situations encountered in paediatrics and neonatology, from the immediately...
Handbook of Surgical Consent
December 2011; p ublished online July 2012 .
Book. Subjects: Communication Skills; Surgery; Colorectal Surgery; Vascular Surgery; Breast Surgery; Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery; Bariatric Surgery; Transplant Surgery; Urology; Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; Otolaryngology (ENT); Paediatric Surgery; Neonatology; Neurosurgery; Cardiothoracic Surgery; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; Ophthalmology; Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 768 pages.
This valuable tool, written by experts, offers practical guidance in the principles of consent, alongside procedure-specific information on risks and benefits
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in Handbook of Surgical Consent
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Chapter. Subjects: Communication Skills; Neonatology. 5711 words.
Oxford Handbook of Paediatrics
January 2013; p ublished online January 2013 .
Book. Subjects: Paediatrics; Public Health and Epidemiology; Epidemiology; Clinical Skills; Emergency Medicine; Neonatology; Cardiovascular Medicine; Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonology; Gastroenterology; Nephrology; Endocrinology and Diabetes; Neurology; Psychiatry; Haematology; Clinical Oncology; Infectious Diseases; Rheumatology; Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery; Dermatology; Paediatric Surgery; Community Medical Services; Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics. 1120 pages.
This invaluable reference covers all significant aspects of acute and chronic paediatrics. Areas such as neonatology, surgery, genetics and congenital malformations and child protection are...
Oxford Textbook of Epilepsy and Epileptic Seizures
December 2012; p ublished online December 2012 .
Book. Subjects: Neurology; Neonatology; Paediatrics; Learning Disabilities; Geriatric Medicine; Pharmacology; Neurosurgery; Surgical Skills; Emergency Medicine. 400 pages.
This resource covers the scientific basis, clinical diagnosis, and treatment of epilepsy and epileptic seizures. Written by internationally-renowned specialists, each chapter...
Oxford Textbook of Trauma and Orthopaedics
August 2011; p ublished online April 2011 .
Book. Subjects: Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery; Medical Statistics and Methodology; Anatomy; Haematology; Anaesthetics; Pain Medicine; Clinical Radiology; Neurology; Histopathology; Surgical Oncology; Rheumatology; Reproduction, Growth and Development; Paediatrics; Infectious Diseases; Surgical Skills; Medical Microbiology and Virology; Communication Skills; Endocrinology and Diabetes; Critical Care; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; Vascular Surgery; Sports and Exercise Medicine; Rehabilitation Medicine; Neonatology. 1,800 pages.
The Oxford Textbook of Trauma and Orthopaedics provides comprehensive coverage of the relevant background science, theory, practice, decision-making skills and operative techniques required...


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In addition to wedding photography packages I offer all of my products a la carte. If you're interested in coverage for your small imitate wedding or a custom 12-hour package; please use the list below to calculate your package. Feel free to contact me at any time with questions.
Includes professional editing of photographs, images presented on a USB with confirmation of copyright and a password protected gallery within my client access area with online print ordering facilities.
This album set includes a beautiful handmade album, album box and matching USB case. 12x18" (30x45cm) acrylic front lay flat album which features 10 pages and a total of 20 sides.
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The exclusive handmade lay flat album starts from £95.00 for 8x8" (20x20cm) Prices start at £95.00 including ten pages and 20 sides.
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This is an affordable, high quality product which combines handmade elements like the albums above but utilizes digital printing techniques. This price includes a deluxe coffee paper book with 20 to 30 pages of images from your wedding. The deluxe coffee table book is printed on 300 g/m2 paper.
This is a beautiful way to upgrade from the standard USB presentation box. It includes an 8GB slim USB presentation box which is personalised with one your wedding day images. These can be a great gift to give for parents. Also available in
This is a beautiful way to display three of your wedding images on your fireplace or on a bookshelf. These can be a great gift to give for parents. These display vertical images only. Prices start from £50.00:
Let's face it; we always say that we will get some of our images printed but don't get round to it but now I can offer you a perfect way to store up to 100 6x9" (15x23cm) prints. Please note, prints are not included in this price
What better way to get ready for your special day by celebrating your engagement with beautiful, relaxed and natural images. An engagement shoot is an excellent option in making sure your memories last a lifetime and you can share the excitement of planning your special day with all your friends and family.
As your wedding photographer I really want to get to know you both and an engagement shoot in a beautiful location is the perfect opportunity for this to happen. These shoots are designed to be done in a relaxed manner and are always so helpful you If you're feeling a little nervous about posing on your wedding day.
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text: Australian designer Aimee Kestenberg hails from Melbourne but moved to New York to study at the Parsons The New School for Design. It was here that the concept of the eponymous label began to take shape and soon Aimee Kestenberg was designing both runway and ready-to-wear accessories. The label's aesthetic is 3D, focusing not just on the way pieces look but their function too. Edgy, high quality and wearable designs form the basis of collections crafted from custom hardware and the softest, supplest leathers. Shop the totes range from the brand for the brand's signature contemporary style.